Head of Financial Reporting

Head of Financial Reporting
5 days a week on site
Paying 65,000 - 70,000

About the role

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Head of Financial Reporting to take the lead on our client's financial reporting and compliance activities. This is a senior position that plays a key part in supporting the Executive Leadership Team and Board through accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and clear insights that support strategic decisions.

You'll be responsible for overseeing the financial reporting function, managing a capable team, and ensuring that reporting processes are efficient, reliable, and compliant. The role involves close collaboration with colleagues across finance and operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop the financial reporting team, ensuring high standards and a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Oversee the month-end and year-end reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of consolidated financial results.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Maintain effective internal controls, ensuring financial systems and processes support accuracy, compliance, and sound risk management.
• Provide clear and insightful financial analysis to the Executive Leadership Team and Board to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Build strong working relationships across the organisation and represent the finance function in senior forums, including Audit Committee meetings.

About you

You'll bring a strong technical grounding in financial reporting and a practical approach to problem-solving. You'll be confident leading a team, managing complex reporting cycles, and engaging with senior stakeholders. A balance of technical expertise and commercial awareness will help you succeed in this role.

Skills and experience

• A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Significant experience in financial reporting, ideally within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, reporting frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills and communication ability.
• Proficiency with financial reporting and accounting systems.

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